On Wednesday, the White Pigeon boy’s basketball team beat Buchanan 50-47 on the road.

“What a time to see a team come together, believe in one another, trust in the offense and execute at both ends of the floor,” Chiefs coach Tony Cholometes said. “This was a changing win so far as this team goes.”

Page 2 of 2 - The Chiefs led early, holding Buchanan to just two points in the first quarter and leading 10-2. Cholometes’ team continued to work hard in the second, battling to score 16 points while Buchanan tossed in 14 — their highest scoring quarter.

“For the first time this season, this team played focused, total team, total commitment basketball,” Cholometes said. “I am very proud of these young men.”

White Pigeon led 39-34 heading into the fourth quarter.

Leading the way was Robbie Gibson with 15 points, five rebounds and two assists while Matt Eger chipped in with 14 points, five rebounds and two assists. Matt Crowl had 12 points and 11 rebounds with three blocks. Adding seven points was Mitchell Moore while Branson Salyer added two.

White Pigeon plays host to Mendon tonight.

Glen Oaks women fall

The Glen Oaks women’s basketball team fell 68-55 to Muskegon Community College on Wednesday.

“We defended well all game,” coach Joel Schroeder said. “We just couldn’t make an offensive play down the stretch. I am proud of the girls, they played hard.”